Saints release LB Michael Mauti

The Saints have released linebacker Michael Mauti. Mauti rejoined the team five weeks into the 2017 season after getting released during training camp. He finished last season with 11 tackles while being a major contributor on special teams. In 2016, Mauti was placed on the non-football injury list when battled ulcerative colitis.

He is a local product and prepped at Mandeville High School. He agreed to a one-year deal with the team in the offseason.